1. Island Hopping
in El Nido’s cliffed-backed islands
There
is no point in going to El Nido if you don’t do island hopping. Motorized
outrigger boats can be hired from tour providers. You can visit Miniloc Island’s
Big and Small Lagoons, Entalula Island, Shimizu and 7 Commandos Beach. You can
also island hop between Cadlao Island, Helicopter and Snake Island and Ipil
Beach.
2. Snorkeling and
Diving
El
Nido is rich in marine life. From its clear, blue waters you can do snorkeling
and diving and you are likely to see an array of wildlife including dugong,
turtles, manta rays, occasional whale shark and beautiful corals, walls and
tunnels.
3. Enjoy the music
at Balay Tubay
It
is a 70-year old house turned into a bar along Calle Real where paintings and
handicrafts of local artists are put on display. It’s a good place to hang out
especially in the evening because there is a local band that plays reggae
music. You can enjoy Bob Marley songs while munching their house specialty pizza
and a bottle of beer.
4. Explore the
Ille Cave
A
45-min drive from the town proper, Ille Cave is frequently visited by local and
foreign guests alike. Human and animal bones and potteries dated back 8,000
years ago were found in this cave. So if you want to be Indiana Jones for a day
explore the cave and appreciate ancient artifacts and culture.
5. Trek to
Nagkalit Falls
It
is located 14 km north of El Nido town proper. The hike passes through rice
field, jungle with some river crossings along the way. And after a long and tiring
trek, you can dip and relax in its natural pool collected from the falls.
6. Climb Taraw
Cliffs
It
is composed of jagged, sharp and irregular edges. It is visited by mountaineers
and those who want to see the breathtaking view of Bacuit Bay and neighboring
islands from the top.
7. Dip and Relax
in Makinit Hot Spring
It
is a hot pool of water about 20 km north of El Nido Poblacion. If you want to
go here, you need a 10-15 min walk along the rice fields and few minutes more
on the stream leading to the hot spring.
After which you dip into the water and relax your tired muscles.
8. Shop souvenirs
in El Nido Boutique and Art Café
Before
you leave the town you may want to take a piece of El Nido with you. There are
souvenirs shops offering shirts, handicrafts and other local products.
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